If you are joining us for the first time, welcome to the Better Habit Zone! We are glad you are here. The focus on creating healthy habits sets this group apart from most others on MFP. It isn't enough to want to lose weight or to want to eat better. Any goal takes more than just desire: it takes a realistic plan with small, specific, do-able actions steps, and the commitment to see the plan through, even when it's difficult. Plus, it takes support and a cheering squad.

I can’t overstate the importance of starting slowly with small, achievable daily steps that you can build upon. We want you to succeed at your goals and habits researchers are clear that the most successful path to any goal is through small, repeatable actions taken everyday. These repeatable actions grow into habits and good habits will change your life.

Still not convinced that small changes can have that big an impact? Ask our veteran habit builders what small changes they’ve made in their lives that have had a big impact on their health and happiness.

And if you're joining us midway through the month, no need to wait until February. Begin now and you'll be that much closer to achieving your goal. If you're looking for ideas, our list of previous challenges may come in handy.

Let's hear what you'll be prioritizing this January. Let's make 2025 our best year yet!